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Okiku Inari Shrine
Sep. 8, 2023
Nice to meet you, everyone watching the COOL JAPAN VIDEOS. It is a Okiku Inari Shrine located in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will deliver the charm and deals of Okiku Inari Shrine. Thank you in advance! The Okiku Inari Shrine has a long history, and the shrine was rebuilt after the 1582 Kanryugawa Battle in which the Hojo clan won. In Okiku Inari Shrine, there are benefits such as prosperous business, prosperity of the family business, healing of illness, and physical recovery. In addition, there is a story called "The Legend of Okiku" in the origin of the Okiku Inari Shrine. The god of Inari stood on the dream pillow of a sick daughter named "Okiku" who lived in a hut near the Okiku Inari Shrine and told her to serve others. After that, Okiku was cured of her illness and became a shrine priestess according to the instructions, and as she continued to serve, she gained mystical powers. Since then, it is said that if there is a problem, you can ask the Okiku of Inari Shrine, and it has come to be called "Okiku Inari Shrine". Okiku Inari Shrine offers a variety of shuin stamps. The usual shuin stamps shuin stamps is characterized by the end of the writing of the character "chrysanthemum", which resembles the tail of a fox. Apart from the usual shuin stamps, we offer limited-time shuin stamps such as monthly and seasonal changes, Tanabata and Hinamatsuri, so you can enjoy the atmosphere unique to that season. In addition, there is also a "birthday shuin stamps" for those whose birthday is one month before and after the application date, so if you have a birthday, why not commemorate it? Okiku Inari Shrine also offers a variety of original shuin stamp books. "shuin stamp books Fukufuku-chan" features an illustration of a cute fox woven with gold thread on the cover, and you can choose from red and black. In addition, there are other shuin stamp books such as "shuin stamp books Chrysanthemum", which depicts a chrysanthemum in soft colors and a white fox, "shuin stamp books Full Moon", which reflects the shadow of a fox on the full moon, and "Happy Frog shuin stamp books". If you live far away, you can use the shuin stamps mailing service from the web awarding office on the official website. At the web awarding office, you can also purchase a variety of amulets such as "Kikuinari Protection" and "Children's Protection" with a fox motif. At the annual Okiku Inari Shrine festival, which is held several times a year, you can feel the bustle of the local festival firsthand. At the "Lucky Daruma Market" held on January 8 every year, "Takasaki Daruma" is sold in the precincts, and prayers are also held at the temple to draw eyes on the Daruma. Held from June 30 to July 7 every year, the "Summer Exorcism" is an event to exorcise and pray so that you can spend the summer safely. After going through the ring of thatch installed in the torii gate, the doll fee (hitotashiro) is used to cleanse and exorcise the injury. Access to the Okiku Inari Shrine is convenient, and it is about a 10-minute walk from Shinmachi Station on the JR Takasaki Line, Shonan Shinjuku Line, and Ueno Tokyo Line. By car, it is about 15 minutes from the Maebashi Minami Interchange on the North Kanto Expressway. Free parking is also available. (Please note that the parking lot is available from 8:30 a.m.) ) With beautiful precincts, colorful shuin stamps, seasonal festivals and events, and the warmth of the region, you can enjoy the charm of Japan in Okiku Inari Shrine. Please come and engrave heartwarming moments and memories of your trip. We will continue to provide you with the latest information on Okiku Inari Shrine! Thank you in advance.
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  • amulet
  • Chinowa
  • Festival
  • Nature
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st situation
Aug. 30, 2023
Kagawa Prefecture Megijima "Sumiyoshi Shrine Grand Festival" festival dedicated to the god of the island – The shrine festival at Megijima island There is a surprisingly unknown island culture Kagawa Prefecture and in Takamatsu City Megijima and Ogijima take turns holding a summer festival every year, carrying a drum stand made of ropes handed down in Isshi Sōden and parading around the island. As the name suggests, the god of the island is a woman, and it has been handed down as a festival forbidden to women since ancient times so as not to be jealous. Drum stands are dropped and rolled wildly toward the gods, and at the end of the festival, the drum stands go into the sea. It seemed difficult to go through the small torii gate.
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Justin Schultz
Jul. 18, 2023
Was in Sapporo over the weekend for an errand and had enough time to stop by a few places before having to leave. Took a walk through Nakajima Park early in the morning and saw a turtle and a heron relaxing by one of the ponds. There were also a bunch of ducks enjoying breakfast in the grass nearby. Also managed to stop by Hokkaido Shrine and and the Sapporo Beer Museum, both of which were very cool. I really liked the architecture of Hokkaido Shrine, and it was fun reading the signs to read about the different emperors that had visited the shrine and in what year. The beer museum was fun as well. Learning about all the history was really cool, and seeing the different advertisements used throughout the years was pretty neat as well. Ended up buying matching cups and I got a shirt as well. Hokkaido Shrine and the Sapporo Beer Museum are definitely two of the best spots to visit in Sapporo if you ask me. I would have liked to visit Shiroi Koibito Park as well, but they were already closed by the time we were able to visit, so I guess that’ll have to wait for next time. Was a great time overall.
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  • Japan
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  • Summer
  • Hokkaido Shrine
  • History
  • Beer
  • Shrine
  • ...and 3 others
AOI
Jul. 10, 2023
Omihachiman / Shiga Omihachiman / Shiga Although it was not that far away, for some reason I had not visited Omihachiman. When I went there, I was so attracted by the beautiful cityscape and river that I wondered why I hadn't been there before. The cloudy sky finally cleared up, and it was a very good memory. Everyone! Omihachiman is not so far away, but for some reason I had not visited there before. When I finally went there, I was so charmed by the beautiful cityscape and the river that I wondered why I had never been there before. The cloudy sky cleared up at the end of the tour, and it became a very good memory for me. I hope you will visit there, too!
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COOL JAPAN VIDEOS Management
May. 31, 2023
★ The 17th COOL JAPAN VIDEOS Photo Contest is currently being ★ held under the theme of "Japan's Hidden Sightseeing Spots" We look forward to receiving many applications from you! This time, we will introduce "Mao"'s post! Located in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, Oiwa Shrine is a popular tourist spot with a mysterious atmosphere. In particular, the stone torii gate deep in the forest is the biggest attraction. The sculptures donated by the sculptor are scattered not only in the torii gate, but also inside the shrine. ◆Oiwa Shrine◆ 【Address】〒612-0817 89-2 Fukakusa Mukaigahara-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 【Access】Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line Ishida Station about 20 minutes on foot 【Parking lot】None
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真央
May. 30, 2023
I took this photo at a place called Oiwa Shrine in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto Prefecture.

It is not popular because it is a little far from the station, and it is a quiet place surrounded by lush trees.

The sunlight shining from the cloudy sky illuminated the torii gate, giving off an even more mysterious atmosphere.

  • Oiwa Shrine (Kyoto Prefecture)
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  • Photo Contest
  • Hidden gem
  • Shrine
  • ...and 2 others
COOL JAPAN VIDEOS Photo Contest PR
Apr. 26, 2023
Introducing the photos posted on "Everyone's Post"! This is a pickup post of the inbound tourism information SNS "Cool Japan Video". Today, I would like to introduce a post by "y.k." The harmony between the sacred atmosphere of the torii gate and the kimono is impressive. Inuyama Castle in Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture, is a tourist attraction that is loved as a symbol of Inuyama City. It is the oldest wooden castle tower in the Japan built by Oda Nobuyasu and is designated as a national treasure. In spring, there are many highlights such as the Inuyama Festival and cherry blossoms. The Inuyama Festival is usually held on the first Saturday and Sunday of April. The sight of the 8-meter-high Yama parading around is a masterpiece. The traditional doll performances, flutes and drums are also one of the attractions. Around Inuyama Castle, which is built along the Kiso River, about 400 Yoshino cherry trees are planted, and it is also a popular cherry blossom viewing spot. In late March ~ early April, when the best time to see them is in full bloom, it is crowded with cherry blossom viewers. Sanko Inari Shrine, located at the foot of Inuyama Castle, is a shrine that is a hot topic on SNS for its benefits of matchmaking. The street that is the shortcut to Inuyama Castle is lined with red torii gates, and the scenery is a popular photo spot. In addition, love lotteries, amulets, and the pink heart ema hanging place at the end of the torii gate are also gaining popularity. Located south of Inuyama Castle, Showa Yokocho is a commercial facility that opened in April 2012 and offers a good old-fashioned atmosphere. There are 14 restaurants and game facilities (as of April 2023). There are dango shops, bakeries, skewer cutlets, etc., and it is recommended for eating while walking. ◆National Treasure Inuyama Castle◆ 【Address】〒84-0082 Aichi-ken, Inuyama-shi, Inuyama Kita Kokan 65-2 【Access】About 25 minutes from Nagoya Station by Meitetsu Rapid Limited Express 【Parking lot】Available (charged) For more information, please visit the official website.
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y.k.
Apr. 11, 2021
I took portraits at Inuyama Castle in Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture. We decided to collaborate with kimono at the torii gate of Harizuna Shrine! The red Japanese umbrella shines!
  • Inuyama Castle
  • Sightseeing
  • Travel
  • Torii
  • Kimono
  • Photography
  • Photo Contest
  • Photogenic
  • Inuyama
  • Aichi Prefecture
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